One of the questions that always pops up heading into the Thanksgiving holiday is “what foods pair well with what wines?” The other question is how do I make gravy that’s lump-free, we’ll address that on this week’s TV/Radio program. Elizabeth spoke with Katrina Frey, from third-generation family-owned Frey Wine in …
Read More »Green bean casserole with chipotle cream sauce
This is a great new way to make green bean casserole. Check it out. Ingredients 2 lbs fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 2″ pieces 1 lb button mushrooms, sliced in 1/4 ” lengths 1/4 tsp thyme 3 TB flour 1 TB butter plus 3 TB butter …
Read More »Sweet and spicy pumpkin bisque with cranberry garnish
Tired of those same old dishes on Thanksgiving? Try this easy to make, flavorful bisque with flavors of the season. It’s an elegant addition to the table and takes just a few minutes to put together. You may want to start with one tsp of hot sauce if you are …
Read More »NATIONAL PUMPKIN MONTH RECIPE #1 – FETTUCCINE W/PUMPKIN SHORT RIB SAUCE
What is it about a perfectly cooked short rib that is so satisfying? Maybe it’s the texture or the marbled fat that gently melts into the dish as it simmers. Whatever it is makes it a favorite in my house. This recipe was inspired by the first chilly morning we’ve …
Read More »NATIONAL PUMPKIN MONTH RECIPE #2 – PUMPKIN LOBSTER BISQUE
In the world of decadence, lobster bisque is certainly in the top rankings. The winner of our menu contest this year requested I make this dish. Truly, just a few simple ingredients are all you need Ingredients 1 small to medium-sized lobster 2 carrots, …
Read More »Savory Pumpkin Risotto
Ingredients – risotto 1 sugar pumpkin (about 1 lb) 1 cup arborio rice (uncooked) 1/4 lb pancetta (in one piece) 1 small onion splash of white wine 5 cups of vegetable or chicken stock 1/4 tsp allspice 1/4 cup parmesan 1 TB cold butter 1 tsp plus sea salt to …
Read More »National Chicken Month Recipe #1 (Chicken Tikka Masala)
This Indian dish is seriously addictive. Food Nation Radio Network tried to make it a little easier by making it a one-pot dish. We didn’t cook the chicken in the oven, and instead, cooked it in the dish. If you are worried about spicy food, use …
Read More »National Chicken Month Recipe #2 (Crispy, Juicy Fried Chicken)
Ingredients – fried chicken 1 frying chicken 1 cup real buttermilk (I use an Amish brand from PA) 2 TB hot sauce 2 cups AP flour 2 tsp sea salt 1 TB baking powder 1 TB oregano enough peanut oil to fill a cast iron frying pan halfway Method …
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